Lansing Social Security Office
5210 Perry Robinson, Lansing, MI 48911
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Lansing Social Security office is one of 43 field offices in Michigan, serving Clinton County / Eaton County / Ingham County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Lansing and 76 nearby communities, roughly 464,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Owosso, about 30 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 76
- people in service area
- 464K
- to next-nearest office
- 30 mi
- offices in Michigan
- 43
- county
- Clinton County / Eaton County / Ingham County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 512-5944
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Lansing office hours
Hours belowOpen 9am-4pm, Monday to Friday. Closed weekends and federal holidays.
| Monday | 9am to 4pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 4pm |
| Friday | 9am to 4pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Before you visit
- Most services now require an appointment. Call ahead at (877) 512-5944 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one.
- Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number.
- Bring original documents for your request, for a new or replacement card, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status.
- Many tasks don't need a visit: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.
Directions to the Lansing office
- Perry Robinson Circle is located off Jolly Road, 2 blocks west of Cedar Street, just beyond the Msu Credit Union.
- The office is located south of the Military entrance Processing Center.
Lansing office location
Services at the Lansing Social Security office
Staff at the Lansing office handle the full range of Social Security business, including:
- Apply for a new or replacement Social Security card
- Apply for retirement, disability (SSDI), or SSI benefits
- Change your name on your Social Security record
- Update direct deposit and mailing address
- Request proof of benefits or a benefit verification letter
- Get help enrolling in Medicare
- Check the status of an application or appeal
Want to prepare first? See our guides on getting an award letter, checking your earnings record, and when to claim retirement.
Towns served by the Lansing office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Lansing office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 76 surrounding communities, the largest is East Lansing (46,854 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| East Lansing, MI | 5.9 mi | 46,854 |
| Meridian, MI | 7.4 mi | 43,988 |
| Delta, MI | 6.4 mi | 33,070 |
| Delhi, MI | 4 mi | 27,770 |
| Holt, MI | 3.4 mi | 25,888 |
| Okemos, MI | 6.9 mi | 24,295 |
| Waverly, MI | 5.3 mi | 24,050 |
| Lansing (Charter Township), MI | 4.3 mi | 8,087 |
| Windsor, MI | 6.5 mi | 7,122 |
| Alaiedon, MI | 7.3 mi | 2,912 |
| Edgemont Park, MI | 5 mi | 2,413 |
| Dimondale, MI | 5.5 mi | 1,173 |
…and 64 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Lansing office
- The Lansing office is generally open 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday, and closed on weekends and federal holidays. The live status and full weekly hours are at the top of this page, call ahead, as hours can change.
- Do I need an appointment at the Lansing office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 512-5944 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 512-5944 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Lansing, this is the closest office for about 76 surrounding communities, including Holt, Delhi, Lansing (Charter Township), Edgemont Park, Waverly. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Owosso, about 30 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
- In most states you can request a replacement card online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, no office visit needed. You can also check applications, request benefit letters, and update direct deposit there.